Still Holding The Pipa, Her Face Half-Hidden

The lingering sound resonated, and the listeners were yet to awaken. This piece of "Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon" played on the bamboo flute dispelled everyone's irritations.

Whether they harbored ill intentions or simply came to watch Chu Lian's embarrassment, their feelings at this moment transformed from exceedingly complex to crystal clear, only to be overwhelmed again by mixed emotions.

Now, they truly had no reason to doubt or attack Chu Lian's musical talent. Though it seemed unreasonable, in the face of such undeniable facts, any argument they could make would be weak and powerless because they had no solid evidence to refute Chu Lian's abilities.

If it were any other song, it might have been different. But this was the world-famous "Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon." Even if they could discern that Chu Lian still had significant differences from the original composer, her performance far surpassed that of countless others. The key factor was her age, only thirteen, making it hard to imagine what her future would hold.

They could already foresee that once this video circulated, those who had been used to attack her would face retaliation from her fans. Perhaps even those hiding in the shadows would not escape unscathed.

Breathing a sigh of relief, they were glad they hadn't mocked her earlier. Otherwise, they would now be seen as petty troublemakers.

Chu Lian's seemingly casual glance swept over those who harbored ill will towards her. They suddenly felt as if all their actions had been exposed, and the girl's eyes seemed to tell them, "Your retribution is coming soon"...

As Chu Lian began to play the next song, Wang Fei's "Red Bean," videos of her performance of "Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon" started to spread online like a virus.

"An Emerging Musical Genius, Perfect Flute Solo of 'Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon.'"

"Sound as Clear as a Mountain Spring, Flute Version of 'Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon.'"

"Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon, Chu Lian's Flute Solo Brings Emotion."

"The Most Beautiful Solo, The Latest Performance of 'Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon.'"

"Reappearance of the Emerald Waves Fairy, Descent of the Heavenly Maiden, Chu Lian's Flute Moves Hearts."

The titles of these videos were long and impressive. However, no matter what, any video associated with the proudest song of China, "Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon," would go viral, especially those of a performative nature.

Among these videos, the most attention-grabbing one was undoubtedly from the user "Electric Magnet Man," titled "On the Irrationality of Geniuses: A Perfect Performance That Silences All Doubts."

In the video description, he mockingly wrote: "True geniuses never bother to rebut with words; they demonstrate their strength through their abilities."

"Now, I might have to thank those who maliciously questioned her. If it weren't for them, perhaps this rendition of 'Emerald Waves Reflecting the Moon' would have taken a long time to appear. Now, let's listen, feel, and immerse ourselves in her most magnificent movement."

"PS: For those still harboring ill intentions, please remain silent; you are not welcome here."

The hottest topic on the platform in recent days was undoubtedly the malicious attacks against Chu Lian by hired trolls. Many were eagerly awaiting how Chu Lian would prove herself today.

Since the school celebration began today, "Electric Magnet Man" had already uploaded two videos. One was "The Rise of a New Generation of Youth Bands? A Literary Prodigy or a Musical Genius?" featuring Chu Lian's guitar performance with the Rain band; the other was "On the Unscientific Nature of Geniuses: A Masterful Erhu Performance," uploaded just a short while ago.

Honestly, these two videos alone would have silenced most of the bandwagon haters. However, Chu Lian seemed determined to showcase her abilities further, clearly aiming to thoroughly disprove all malicious critics.

When the video "On the Irrationality of Geniuses: A Perfect Performance That Silences All Doubts" was uploaded and quickly featured on the homepage, many clicked on it immediately. Subsequently, it led to compulsive replays and fervent praise.

This trend spread like wildfire, quickly engulfing the entire internet.

The sound of "Red Bean" had just ended. Standing on the stage, Chu Lian held the long flute close to her chest, bowed, and then put it away. She took out the next instrument, the pipa.

But this time, it was not just the pipa. A white veil covered the lower half of her face, revealing only the upper part.

Holding the pipa, she gracefully sat down alone on the stage. At this moment, no one wished to disturb her, and the audience remained silent.

The audience had already exceeded three hundred people. The performers on the adjacent stages had left and joined the crowd. In the distance, more and more people were squeezing in. At this rate, it would soon be overcrowded. The space of her stage, combined with the surrounding stages, could accommodate only about seven or eight hundred people.

Given the current momentum, it truly felt like a star's concert, with countless people crowding together yet maintaining order, just to listen to her music.

Her body was like a delicate willow swaying in the wind, her long dress flowing like white clouds drifting and curling. Her black hair fell behind her head, playfully dancing in the breeze. She looked at the audience with her clear eyes, and with slender fingers plucking the strings, a melancholic melody began to play. Her red lips parted slightly, and an ethereal voice started to sing along with the music:

The first is best not to meet, thus we will not fall in love.

The second is best not to know, thus we will not yearn for each other.

The third is best not to accompany, thus we will not owe each other.

The fourth is best not to cherish, thus we will not remember each other.

The fifth is best not to love, thus we will not abandon each other.

The sixth is best not to face, thus we will not encounter each other.

The seventh is best not to mistake, thus we will not betray each other.

The eighth is best not to promise, thus we will not continue with each other.

The ninth is best not to rely, thus we will not lean on each other.

The tenth is best not to part ways, thus we will not reunite.

But once we meet, we understand each other, meeting is no better than not seeing each other.

How could I break with you, to avoid life and death thinking of each other.

"Ten Commandments Poem" is the first poem she presented that doesn't exist in this world. It best encapsulates her feelings from her previous life, which is why she particularly loves it and has cherished it many times. Although the outcome was ultimately not what people wished for, it had nothing to do with the poem, and she still loves it.

This pipa solo version of "Ten Commandments Poem" was a spontaneous creation when she saw the pipa. She searched the system for music related to this poem, then chose her favorite, the best version, and exchanged it to use for this pipa performance.

The exchange price for "Emerald Waves Reflecting The Moon" was exorbitantly high. Even though it was cheaper because it already existed in this world, it still cost over 3,000 Culture Points. On the other hand, "Ten Commandments Poem," which didn't exist in this world, only cost 5,000 points for both music and singing.

Despite the high cost, her investment was worthwhile. Using a killer piece like "Emerald Waves Reflecting The Moon" changed the tone on the internet. "Ten Commandments Poem" was intended to remind people of her title as a "talented classical music girl" while reinforcing her identity as a "talented literary girl," paving the way for her new book release.

The melancholic pipa sounds and the heart-wrenching lyrics, softly sung from behind the white veil, reached the entire audience through "Lux's microphone" without much loss.

Undoubtedly, this was another masterpiece. Not only did her superb pipa skills perfectly convey the song's meaning, but her "half-hidden behind the pipa" appearance also touched hearts. The most captivating aspect was probably the lyrics.

This beloved poem was given new life by Chu Lian's unique performance, revealing the depth of emotions hidden within her young frame. When she repeated the final line, "How could I break with you, to avoid life and death thinking of each other," seven times, it left a lingering impact. The concluding pipa music and a minute of gentle plucking followed.

When the strings finally silenced, she removed the veil and smiled at the audience, occasionally plucking the pipa, emitting soft, melodious sounds.

For a long time, the audience remained immersed in the musical world she created. Finally, one person started clapping, followed by a second, a third, until everyone joined in, creating a wave of applause that attracted even more people.

Those present were completely captivated by this young girl. With her unparalleled musical talent, she transformed many into her devoted fans. This is the power of a true talent.

"This melody seems to belong to the heavens, rarely heard on earth." This was the prevailing opinion about her performance of "Ten Commandments Poem."

Smiling, she stood up, bowed again, and then sat down slowly. She began plucking the pipa strings and softly sang "Having You In My Life," which she had already performed earlier that morning at the school celebration. Under her skillful pipa accompaniment, the song exuded a different charm, enchanting the audience...